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All scores are relative comparisons on a 0-100 scale, where 50 = global average. Higher scores mean better than average, lower scores mean worse than average.
Racibórz offers a quiet, authentic Polish lifestyle for those looking to escape the frantic pace of larger hubs like Warsaw or Kraków. It is a manageable, mid-sized city where life moves at a human scale, making it ideal for professionals seeking stability and a lower cost of living. You’ll find a reliable foundation here, with respectable standards in healthcare and public transit that support a smooth daily routine.
However, the expat community remains small and niche, meaning social integration requires more proactive effort than in more cosmopolitan centers. While the safety and predictability are high, you may find the local amenities and international networking opportunities somewhat limited compared to Poland's major metropolitan areas.
Racibórz has a temperate, humid continental climate (Köppen Dfb), with warm summers and cold winters. Long-term references place the city near an annual mean temperature around 8-10°C, with moderate precipitation, frequent cloudy conditions, and relatively high humidity through the year.
Summer Average
19°C
Winter Average
-1°C
Climate Type
Humid Continental
Rainy Days
170
Sunny Days
160
Humidity
78%
Spring
March - May
8-18°C
Spring is cool to mild, with temperatures rising quickly from March into May. Rain becomes more frequent as the season progresses, and conditions are often changeable.
Moderate rainfall
Summer
June - August
19-25°C
Summer is generally warm and comfortable, with the warmest period in July and August. Short rain showers and partly cloudy skies are common, while heat waves can occasionally push temperatures above the seasonal average.
Moderate rainfall
Autumn
September - November
7-17°C
Autumn turns noticeably cooler, with mild September weather giving way to chilly November conditions. Cloud cover increases and rainfall remains common, especially later in the season.
Moderate rainfall
Winter
December - February
-4-3°C
Winter is cold, often cloudy, and can be snowy or windy. Freezing temperatures are common, especially at night, though thaws do occur during milder spells.
Moderate rainfall
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Air Quality
Racibórz
Advantages
Racibórz
Abundant parks and green spaces
Rich cultural heritage sites
Affordable cost of living
Historic riverside charm
Close to Czech border
Disadvantages
Racibórz
No universities locally
Limited job opportunities
Aging population trend
Few coworking spaces
Limited nightlife options
Safety & Security in Racibórz
Overall Safety Score
Includes resilience and environmental factors
Good
64
/100
Poland Avg
60
Europe Avg
58
Worldwide Avg
56
Crime & Safety Metrics
Thermometer compares Racibórz to Poland averages using different marker styles.Compare:
Racibórz
Poland Average
Safety Index
0510
Moderate
Safety from Crime
0510
Moderate
Safe Alone (Day)
0510
Excellent
Safe Alone (Night)
0510
Moderate
Safety from Violent Crime
0510
Very Safe
Safety from Property Crime
0510
Dangerous
Environmental & Natural Hazard Risks
Resilience Score: 88/100
No data for Racibórz — showing hazard indicators from nearby Opava (~29 km).
